the owner, doug kerr, also lists himself as the foodsmith rather than the chef. that is an apt description because you see the personal touch with every item served. everything is fresh, and most items are spicy. you can ask for some spicy ingredients to be on the side, if you like, to let you customize the heat. good salads, noodle bowls, and ilovethe tacos. wednesday night is $3 wine night. house wines, with some selection usually, are inexpensive, but still tasty. they have both inside (which tends to be noisy) and outside seating.